Xanthoma
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When small yellowish plaques or nodules appear on the skin, the dermatologist is the professional who can assess them; they often correspond to a xanthoma.
A xanthoma is a fat deposit that accumulates beneath the skin and forms yellow-colored lesions, which can arise on the eyelids, elbows, knees, tendons, or other areas of the body.
Common causes: It is often associated with changes in blood lipid levels, such as high cholesterol, although it can also occur due to other metabolic conditions.
When is a review advisable? Since these lesions can be a visible sign of an internal imbalance, it is worth having them evaluated, especially if several appear or they grow over time. Discussing the finding with a dermatologist makes it possible to clarify its origin and provide timely follow-up.
Data on 41 doctors who treat xanthoma
Which specialist treats xanthoma?
A xanthoma should be evaluated by a dermatologist, who specializes in skin conditions. See a doctor if you notice yellowish deposits on the skin, since they can be associated with high blood fat levels.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in xanthoma
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Karin Ivette Campos Jimenez
Dr. Esmirna Arlette Pantoja Alcocer
Dr. Verónica Carolina Solano Álvarez
Dr. Valery Fabiola Lerma Torres
Dr. Ana Karen Romero Guzmán
Dr. Javier Alberto Romero Sánchez
Dr. Nataly Minor Zarate
Dr. Ana Gabriela Sánchez Cárdenas
Dr. Octavio Ocampo Valdez
Dr. Anyely Arciniega
Dr. Juan Aguirre Domínguez
Dr. Diego Pérez Rojas
Dr. Mónica Zarate
Dr. Alejandra Dagdug
Dr. Sofía López Cordero
Dr. Guadalupe Bueno Arias
Dr. Luisa Fernanda Guardado Gutiérrez
Frequently asked questions
What is xanthoma?
When small yellowish plaques or nodules appear on the skin, the dermatologist is the professional who can assess them; they often correspond to a xanthoma.
Which doctor treats xanthoma?
A xanthoma should be evaluated by a dermatologist, who specializes in skin conditions. See a doctor if you notice yellowish deposits on the skin, since they can be associated with high blood fat levels.